How Come the Gaviota Rest Areas Are Closed So Often?

"It sure seems as though the Gaviota rest areas on Highway 101 are closed far more frequently than they're open. I’ve heard about water supply issues, but this has been going on since Covid, near as I can recall." 3

Newsletter: July 29

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Timeless Riviera Charm—Now More Irresistible Than Ever!

Set behind a walled garden on one of the Lower Riviera’s most desirable streets, 878 Paseo Ferrelo honors its original 1920s character while embracing the comforts of modern living. See for yourself at the open houses this weekend.

A Hint About UCSB’s Plan for State Street

Plus: Freeway sign oopsie; those pesky Santa Barbara Airport escalators; repairs to finally start on Old Romero Road trail; new fitness studio on Chapala Street; 30-room hotel and restaurant still in the works in Los Alamos; Isla Vista senior housing organization bought on Milpas; a report from San Francisco, including the newly renovated Huntington Hotel. 8

August Pop-Up Series at Au Bon Climat

Join Au Bon Climat every Sunday in August for a rotating lineup of some of Santa Barbara's favorite local food vendors—from fresh oysters and Thai street food to wood-fired barbecue and artisan sandwiches.

Stylish New Construction in Montecito Sells for $16.5 Million

Last week's sales also include an insane price for the area between the Lower Village and the Hedgerow; Park Lane aerie; East Valley Road compound; Hope Ranch spiffer-upper; the super-minimalist one near Westmont; and more.

Opening Date for Sweetaly Gelato

More food news: First impressions of Pegaslice; special-needs café likely coming to State Street; changes at an outpost of Crushcakes; what dinner is like at the Hilton Garden Inn Rooftop Bistro & Bar; a visit to Drover's Doughnuts in Goleta. 5

Newsletter: July 26

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 5

An Eye-Popping Price in Samarkand

Noteworthy new listings also include a grande dame with elbow room on the Lower Riviera; what might be the best property on Shepard Mesa; Toro Canyon spiffer-upper; Upper East Tudor; 1890 Victorian downtown; traditional curb appeal in Bel Air Knolls; and more.